2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jazz | Viano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |